Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 The official start of spring is just around the corner, and Norfolk is certainly starting to feel a bit more lively again. This week’s events are a real mix. You can admire thousands of daffodils in Honing, watch Shire horses lead the St Winnold’s Day parade in Downham Market, sample drinks at the Fakenham Gin & Beer Festival, or browse woolly creations at the East Anglian Yarn Festival. And that’s just the start. Here’s what else is happening across Norfolk this...
10 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 It’s definitely starting to look like spring around Norfolk. The daffodils are out and everything is beginning to feel a bit brighter. Over the weekend we took a trip to King’s Lynn to visit the Lynn Museum while they still have free admission (October to March). Their Seahenge exhibition is fascinating and they also have a special Star Wars exhibition running through May. We also took advantage of Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s 100th birthday celebrations and visited...
17 days ago • 3 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 How is your March shaping up so far? It might feel like we’ve only just packed away February, but Easter is now just a month away. If you like to plan ahead, we’ve put together a round-up of the best Easter events in Norfolk to make it easy. And while you’re thinking ahead, don’t forget Mother’s Day. We’ve gathered some local ideas for that too here. If you’re anything like me and enjoy a good deal, National Lottery Open Week starts on Saturday. There are free...
24 days ago • 2 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 Hasn’t it been lovely seeing a some warmer weather this week? It finally feels like spring is starting to wake up across Norfolk. If the weather holds, this is a brilliant weekend to get outside. It’s a big one for train enthusiasts with two special railway events happening, and Norwich Food Week makes its debut in the city. It’s also likely your last proper chance to see snowdrops before the daffodils take over. The photo above is from Trowse Wood. Here’s what’s...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 How is half term going in your house so far? If you’re starting to run out of ideas, don’t panic. Our February half-term guide is packed with family-friendly activities across Norfolk and might just save the day. Did you get any snow over the weekend? We had plenty in Norwich (check out our video here), although none of it stuck around for long. It did feel very fitting watching Team GB bring home two gold medals while it was swirling outside. It’s not all...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope you’re having a wonderful week. We’re just a few days away from February half-term and Valentine’s Day, which means there’s a lot happening across the county. If you’re looking for ideas, we’ve rounded up some romantic things to do in Norwich for Valentine’s Day, and we’ve also put together a handy February half-term guide packed with family-friendly activities across Norfolk. Over the weekend, we visited Snowdrop Day at East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens....
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope your February is off to a great start. The snowdrops are really putting on a show now and peak bloom is just around the corner. This week’s snowdrop photo was taken in the churchyard of St. Margaret’s in Thorpe Market. Every Sunday in February is Snowdrop Sunday there, with plenty of blooms alongside homemade cakes, hot drinks, and local artwork. It’s a simple, lovely way to spend a winter afternoon. There’s also plenty happening around Norfolk this week,...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope you’re doing well. January is nearly behind us, the snowdrops are out, and it finally feels like things are starting to turn a corner. This week brings a nice mix of winter calm and early signs of spring. Think snowdrop walks, a cosy board game convention, and the last of this year’s Burns Night celebrations. It’s also a good moment to look ahead, with February half-term, the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, beer festivals, and peak snowdrop season just around...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 We’ve officially passed the halfway point of January, and things are starting to pick up around Norfolk. First up, tomorrow the Norwich City Fans Social Club is hosting its Mental Health Awareness Evening. I’ve been a few times over the years and it’s always thoughtful, welcoming, and genuinely inspiring. This weekend brings a fun mix of events, with Burns Night celebrations taking place across the county and the Travel Norwich Airport Holiday & Cruise Show...
2 months ago • 2 min read